11 Best Breton Tops: Our Favorite Striped Shirts for Women

Welcome to The Essentials, our weekly series highlighting a must-have classic, key to building a timeless, pulled-together closet. In 1858, the distinctive Breton stripe was officially dubbed the uniform of the French navy. The blue-and-white tee, with 21 total stripes (a tribute to each one of Napoleon’s victories) was an easy way to detect the whereabouts of unlucky French sailors who’d fallen overboard on the high seas. In the ’50s, the style was catapulted to fame via French cinema girls, Brigitte Bardot and Jeanne Seberg. Today, the Breton stripe top is an accessible wardrobe piece for anyone. For those who… Read Full Article